Dr. Torbjörn Gräslund

Professor

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Biography

Torbjörn Gräslund is a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), specializing in protein engineering with a focus on the design of proteins for medical applications. His research primarily aims at tailor-making probes for radionuclide molecular imaging, developing immunotoxins, and creating antibody-drug conjugates for cancer therapy. Prof. Gräslund has contributed significantly to the development of fusion-partner technologies that enhance the half-life and therapeutic efficacy of protein drugs. His recent work includes the evaluation of various affibody molecules for imaging insulin-like growth factor type 1 receptors and the design of specific cytotoxic fusion constructs targeting HER2-overexpressing tumors. He is actively exploring several applications for FcRn-mediated delivery systems and is involved in numerous projects that aim to create more effective medical therapies through innovative protein design.

Research Interests

Courses

Biotechnology (KH1223) Eukaryotic Cell Biology (BB1160) Project Work in Biotechnology (BB2210) Project Work in Biotechnology (BB2220) Project Work in Biotechnology (BB2200) Project Work in Biotechnology (BB2230)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.